First Act Break
Insights on finding success in the film industry — by young filmmakers, for young filmmakers. Hosted by USC film directors Jiayang Liu and Richard Li.
Podcasting since 2025 • 14 episodes
First Act Break
Latest Episodes
Makayla Lysiak on how to build a Successful YouTube Channel and Film Career
Welcome to episode 13 of The First Act Break podcast, the show where we dive into the art, business, and hustle of breaking into the film industry, and help you build a career doing what you love. Today, we bring on Makayla Lysiak ...
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Episode 13
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1:27:47
Producing Features and Vertical Short Dramas | Adam Bloodgood
Welcome to episode 12 of The First Act Break podcast, the show where we dive into the art, business, and hustle of breaking into the film industry, and help you build a career doing what you love. Today, we bring on Adam Bloodgood...
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Episode 12
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Producing and Working at Disney and Jubilee | Cece Mou
Welcome to episode 11 of The First Act Break podcast, the show where we dive into the art, business, and hustle of breaking into the film industry, and help you build a career doing what you love. Today, we bring on Cece Mou a USC ...
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Episode 11
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How’s Life after USC Film School | Justin Roh
Welcome to episode 10 of The First Act Break podcast, the show where we dive into the art, business, and hustle of breaking into the film industry, and help you build a career doing what you love. Today, we bring on Justin Roh a US...
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Episode 10
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How to Run a Successful Film Production Company while in College | Harlow Schuman
Welcome to episode 9 of The First Act Break podcast, the show where we dive into the art, business, and hustle of breaking into the film industry. Today, we bring on Harlow Schuman a USC film director who runs his own successful fi...
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Episode 9
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